“The Voice” contestant Parijita Bastola will carry out the nationwide anthem, and colours shall be introduced by the Baltimore police and fireplace honor guards. Kids from the YMCA of Central Maryland will line the orange carpet, holding Orioles flags in the course of the pregame ceremony.

Gov. Wes Moore and his youngsters will throw the ceremonial first pitch. His youngsters will yell the ceremonial “Play Ball.”

The Orioles will acknowledge Merrill Heim as Mo Gaba’s Fan of the Yr, who started attending Orioles video games along with his mother and father at Memorial Stadium. Heim can typically be heard yelling “I am fired up. You fired up?” from his seats alongside the primary bottom line. Final 12 months, Heim helped begin the house run chain celebration after leaving his house run chain within the care of Logan Sanders, the son of Orioles First Base Coach Anthony Sanders, who shared it with the workforce. The house run chain celebration grew to become probably the most well-known and in style celebrations all through Main League Baseball in the course of the 2022 season.

As a part of the Birdland Neighborhood Heroes program, the Orioles will acknowledge Geoff Meehle, a well being and bodily schooling coordinator for Baltimore Metropolis Public Colleges and the volunteer president of the Society for Well being and Bodily Educators Maryland. SHAPE Maryland enhances and promotes the well being and wellness of all Marylanders by offering advocacy, sources {and professional} studying alternatives for present and future well being and bodily schooling educators.

The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales will parade from Lee Avenue to Eutaw Avenue starting at 11:30 a.m. They are going to return to Lee Avenue round 2 p.m.

Followers may have the chance to bid on game-used memorabilia from the Orioles Dwelling Opener to learn the Orioles Charitable Basis and its efforts to assist worthy youth and group teams all through Birdland. The public sale will run on Orioles.com/Public sale from 5 p.m. Monday by way of 10 p.m. on April 16.

Climate: Thunderstorms doable Thursday, sport moved to Friday.

With scattered showers and thunderstorms within the forecast on Thursday afternoon, the Orioles postponed the house opener to Friday. Friday appears significantly better and safer than Thursday. It will nonetheless be a bit cloudy with sprinkles doable.

Keep tuned for forecast updates.

Baltimore road closures:

With the sport on Friday AND the Bruce Springsteen live performance on the CFG Financial institution Area, the Baltimore Metropolis Division of Transportation introduced the next streets and lanes shall be closed.

– Eutaw Avenue from Pratt to Camden streets (begins at 1 p.m.)

– Camden Avenue from Howard to Russell streets (begins at 1 p.m.)

– Hamburg Avenue from Russell to Leadenhall streets (begins at 1 p.m.)

– Washington Boulevard from Paca to Greene streets (begins at 10 a.m.)

– Emory Avenue from Dover to Portland streets (closed between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m.)

– Portland Avenue from Emory to Greene streets (closed between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m.)

– Hopkins Place from Pratt to Lombard streets (closed between 8 a.m. and eight p.m.)

– Left lane closure of Russell Avenue from Eislen to Pratt streets (from 8 a.m. to eight p.m.)

Parking restrictions begin at 10 a.m. as follows:

– East aspect of Greene Avenue from Lombard Avenue to Washington Boulevard

– East aspect of Eutaw Avenue from Pratt to Lombard streets

– North aspect of Conway Avenue from Charles to Sharp streets

What’s new at Oriole Park in 2023:

As a substitute of peanuts and crackerjacks, Brick and Whistle Meals Co. stated it has many choices representing Attraction Metropolis, such because the “Bmore rooster field.”

“Three hand-breaded jalapeno buttermilk rooster tenders, Outdated Bay western fries, Hawaiian roll, scorching sauce and actually cool, good signature packaging. I believe the followers are going to like it,” stated Adam Carter, Brick and Whistle’s regional chef.

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Are you able to say the @Orioles new footlong triple hotdog #YardDog this season at Oriole Park at Camden Yards #OPACY It’s simply 1 of the numerous superior new menu gadgets from Brick & Whistle Meals Co. and the oldsters at @LevyRestaurants, the O’s new hospitality companions! Actually cool! @wbalradio pic.twitter.com/oj6OKpDIZj

— Scott Wykoff (@ScottWykoffWBAL) March 29, 2023

This 12 months, the B&O Market will use digicam expertise to make the buying course of simpler for followers.

“You swipe your bank card, you undergo, it picks you up, the digicam picks you up all through, takes up your complete. While you come out, you hit your bank card and also you’re on the best way,” stated Greg Costa, vp of hospitality and technique at Levy Eating places.

The workforce retailer has been revamped with a wider choice of merchandise that may’t be discovered anyplace else.

“A totally new appear and feel, buyer expertise is totally totally different. All of our shops bought a serious facelift and a brand-new renovation,” stated Dustin Morgan, normal supervisor of retail for Fanatics at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. “All the things from the time they enter to the time they depart, from the interplay with associates, the product they’re getting their arms on, and what’s accessible to them and the supply and deepness of that product is all totally different.”

This 12 months, SuperBook Sports activities Bar and Restaurant replaces Dempsey’s Brew Pub.

“Whereas we pay homage to the nice historical past of Rick Dempsey and the park, it is sort of the evolution of the fan expertise, and that is what we wish to carry right here,” stated Kristin Mackey, with SuperBook Sports activities.

Mackey stated followers will have the ability to wager on their telephones whereas having fun with the sports activities bar ambiance.

“You are going to see state-of-the-art TV, we will have the Orioles on from the stay feeds. You are additionally going to see the percentages board. So the identical factor in Vegas, you are going to see right here, and sports activities tickers,” Mackey stated.

A sneak preview from the @Orioles in the present day of the brand new @SuperBookSports Bar & Restaurant within the warehouse alongside Eutaw St at #OPACY The well-known @SuperBookNV makes its Baltimore on the debut on #OriolesOpeningDay on the ballpark subsequent week! Try my @wbalradio @98rock @wbaltv11 video pic.twitter.com/8wwBuoLwb5

— Scott Wykoff (@ScottWykoffWBAL) March 29, 2023

And, if you would like one thing a bit totally different, take a look at the Pepsi Picnic Perch, which has a brand new menu, new TVs, and, officers stated, it will likely be extra household pleasant this 12 months.

“It is a actually nice worth should you’re a household or a gaggle on the lookout for a terrific alternative and also you get a club-level seat to a sport as well as this all-inclusive expertise,” stated T.J. Brightman, senior vp and chief income officer for the Orioles.

When followers head to their seats, they might discover that the gamers will set foot on a brand-new floor.

“We changed all the subject. 5 inches of outdated root materials got here out, and 5 inches of recent 100% sand went in, and brand-new Kentucky bluegrass was laid,” stated Nicole Sherry, the Orioles’ senior director of subject operations.

It is one thing the Orioles hope will make for the perfect taking part in situations.

What is the safety/bag coverage at Oriole Park:

There are metallic detectors at every ballpark gate to display screen all followers. Hold your belts, footwear, jackets, watches, jewellery and caps on, and you may maintain onto your pockets. What it’s best to take away and put within the bin to go by way of the metallic detector embody keys, cellphones, cameras, computer systems and different bigger metallic objects.

CLEAR BAG POLICY: A clear bag coverage shall be in impact at Oriole Park for the 2023 season. One accredited bag is allowed per particular person, all luggage are topic to look, and medically needed gadgets — together with diaper luggage — should undergo a delegated search lane.

Acceptable clear luggage embody:

– Clear plastic bag, no bigger than 12x6x12 inches

– One gallon plastic freezer bag

– Fanny pack or clutch purse no bigger than 5×7 inches

– Medically needed gadgets together with a diaper bag

What’s on the prohibited gadgets record:

– Alcoholic drinks

– Air horns

– Aerosol cans (hairspray, mace, and many others.)

– Luggage

– Baseball bats

– Seaside balls and different inflatables

– Brooms

– Digicam stands (tripods, monopods, and many others.)

– Cans

– Cowbells and different noise makers

– Fireworks

– Glass bottles

– Exhausting-sided coolers

– Knives

– Laser pointers/pens

– Skateboards/rollerblades/hoverboards/scooters

– Sticks/golf equipment

– Toy weapons/knives (together with water weapons)

– Unmanned aerial automobiles (drones)

– Weapons

– Wheeled luggage

How do I get to Oriole Park:

Followers have a number of choices to get to the ballpark.

CAR PARKING: All Orioles parking heaps open two hours earlier than the scheduled first pitch. Normal parking on gamedays is on the market in Tons F, G and H. Topic to availability, restricted parking could also be provided in Lot C on a first-come, first-served foundation. Followers are strongly inspired to purchase parking upfront on-line right here. Strategies of cost are restricted to Mastercard, Visa, American Categorical and Uncover.

For extra info on parking, followers can name 888-848-BIRD.

BICYCLE PARKING: Oriole Park additionally provides about 200 bicycle parking spots across the outdoors of the ballpark at Gate C, Gate H, alongside the Warehouse and on the MARC Camden Station.

MASS TRANSIT: Take the Maryland Transit Administration’s Gentle Rail to both the Camden or Conference Middle stations. These taking Metro Subway can get off at both Lexington Market or Charles Middle. Full one-way fares are $2.

Cannot make it to the sport? Methods to pay attention:

To stream Baltimore Orioles’ play-by-play on-line with WBAL NewsRadio, it’s essential to stream through the pay attention stay hyperlink at WBAL.com discovered right here https://www.wbal.com/audio or on the WBAL Radio cellular app (Andriod / iPhone).

What’s anticipated from the workforce in 2023:

The O’s completed the 2022 season 83-79, its first season above .500 since 2016.

Adley Rutschman is a pure chief who additionally has his personal veteran chief from which to study in James McCann, who’s beginning his tenth 12 months backing up Rutschman at catcher on the sector and within the clubhouse.

The Orioles appear to have discovered the suitable mix of expertise to compete within the American League East. If they’ve the management to match, they’re going to do greater than compete — they’re going to discover a solution to the postseason.

What are the 2023 promotional giveaways:

The O’s launched its promotional schedule for the 2023 season, beginning with schedule magnets for all followers on the house opener.

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– April 6 – NYY Dwelling Opener – Orioles Magnet Schedule All Followers

– April 9 – NYY Oriole Chicken Nickelodeon Bobblehead, introduced by Weis Markets First 10,000 followers, age 14 & beneath

– April 23 – DET MLB Community Cap First 10,000 followers, age 15 & over

– Might 14 – PIT Mom’s Day – Orioles Crossbody Bag First 15,000 followers, age 15 & over

– Might 27 – TEX Ryan Mountcastle Bobblehead First 20,000 followers, age 15 & over

– Might 29 – CLE Orioles T-Shirt, introduced by Ocean Metropolis Tourism First 15,000 followers, age 15 & over

– June 10 – KC Adley Rutschman Bobblehead Impressed By Captain America First 25,000 followers, age 15 & over

– June 15 – TOR Orioles Visor Sun shades, introduced by Go to Sarasota First 10,000 followers, age 15 & over

– June 23 – SEA Orioles Cap First 15,000 followers, age 15 & over

– June 24 – SEA Orioles Purple Pleasure Jersey, introduced by Royal Farms First 25,000 followers, age 15 & over

– June 30 – MIN Orioles Floppy Hat, introduced by Miller Lite First 20,000 followers, age 21 & over

– Friday Fireworks All Followers

– July 1 – MIN Birdland Hawaiian Shirt First 30,000 followers, age 15 & over

– July 14 – MIA Friday Fireworks All Followers

– July 15 – MIA Orioles Soccer Jersey, introduced by Pepsi Zero Sugar First 25,000 followers, age 15 & over

– July 16 – MIA Orioles T-Shirt First 15,000 followers, age 15 & over

– Aug. 4 – NYM Friday Fireworks All Followers

– Aug. 5 – NYM Eddie Murray 1983 World Collection Bobblehead, introduced by Royal Farms First 20,000 followers, age 15 & over

– Aug. 25 – COL Orioles Wearable Flag First 15,000 followers, age 15 & over

– Aug. 26 – COL Félix Bautista Bobblehead First 20,000 followers, age 15 & over

– Sept. 15 – TB Orioles T-Shirt First 15,000 followers, age 15 & over

– Sept. 17 – TB Orioles Cap, introduced by DAP First 20,000 followers, age 15 & over

– Sept. 30 – BOS Orioles Light-weight Hoodie First 15,000 followers, age 15 & over

Beneath are the 2023 common season occasions, with further initiatives but to be introduced:

– April 9 – NYY Youngsters Opening Day, introduced by Weis Markets

– April 23 – DET Youth Baseball and Softball Day

– Might 18 – LAA Climate Day

– June 28 – CIN LGBTQ+ Pleasure Night time

– July 19 – LAD Day Camp Day

– Sept. 29-Oct. 1 – BOS Fan Appreciation Weekend

What a day it was going behind-the-scenes at #OPACY forward of @Orioles opening day per week away! Try my @wbalradio @98Rock @wbaltv11 video from the newly reimagined Orioles @Fanatics Retailer within the warehouse alongside Eutaw Avenue! #OriolesOpeningDay pic.twitter.com/ySCLWdLfr4

— Scott Wykoff (@ScottWykoffWBAL) March 29, 2023